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For more than 30 years, Virus Bulletin has brought together the anti-malware and threat intelligence community, from researchers and analysts to security leaders, vendors and some of the most influential people in the field.
VB around the world
VB2026 in Seville
VB brings its international community to a different host city each year. In 2026, the conference heads to Seville for three focused days of research and technical exchange.
Format
Focused research audience
A deliberately focused audience of around 300 delegates keeps the event technical, relevant and personal, with space for the conversations that are harder to have at larger conferences.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
For professionals across malware research, threat intelligence and cyber defence.
- CISOs and security leaders
- Malware researchers and reverse engineers
- Threat intelligence teams
- SOC, detection and incident response teams
- CERT, CSIRT, government and law enforcement teams
- Security vendors, product teams and testing labs
WHY ATTEND?
Original research, practical insight and direct industry connections.
- Hear original malware and threat intelligence research
- Learn from case studies, investigations and real-world findings
- Meet researchers, analysts and security teams from across the industry
- Build relationships with vendors, partners, customers and peers
- Discuss emerging threats, methods and defensive approaches
- Take part in a focused conference built around technical content
Explore the VB2026 programme
See the latest confirmed talks and sessions for VB2026.
VENUE AND HOTEL
Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento
VB2026 will take place at Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento on Isla de la Cartuja, with conference-week hotel rates available for delegates.
Book your hotel room
Rooms are subject to availability.
All in one place
Conference sessions, networking areas and delegate accommodation are centred around Barceló Sevilla Renacimiento.
Delegate rates available
Single occupancy from €190 + VAT and double room from €215 + VAT during the VB2026 conference week (11-17 October).
Isla de la Cartuja
The venue is located on Isla de la Cartuja, with access to Seville’s historic centre, transport links and local amenities.
Reserve your stay
Use the VB2026 hotel booking link to access the conference-week delegate rates.
Stay in the loop
Register your interest for VB2026.
Hear first when registration opens, including early ticket offers, programme releases, venue information, and key conference updates.
Past partners
Some of the organizations that have partnered past conferences.
VB partnerships help organizations connect with the security community while supporting the research, discussion and exchange that define the conference.
Partnership enquiries
Interested in partnering with VB2026?
Contact Allison at Virus Bulletin, [email protected], to discuss your goals, check availability and secure your opportunities of choice for VB2026.